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Sanders attempts to win over skeptical Clinton voters in Madison appearance By Lilly Price THE DAILY CARDINAL
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders sent a strong message to his animated supporters Wednesday afternoon during a rally for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at Monona Terrace, arguing that the rabid crowd should take a hard look at issues ranging from raising the minimum wage to student loan debt. “A lot of media portrays politics as a personality contest,” said Sanders. “We have to take a hard look beyond personalities and take a hard look at which candidate is better for working class families of this country.” According to Sanders, that candidate overwhelmingly is Clinton. Sanders, who won Wisconsin’s Democratic primary in April, praised Wisconsin for being one of the great progressive states of America. To maintain that title, Sanders encour-
aged voters to re-elect Democrat Russ Feingold to the U.S. Senate. Sanders and Feingold, who spoke earlier at the rally, touted the promise of a Clinton administration with goals toward clean energy, affordable health care and living wages for working class families. Sanders also announced his joint proposal with Clinton that would make public colleges and universities free for most Americans. Their proposal is designed to make college more affordable and aid college graduates that are being “punished” with “outrageous” numbers of student debt. “Clinton, Feingold and I know the future of our country depends upon what happens to our young people,” said Sanders. “Bright, young people cannot get a college education for one reason—their families cannot afford it.”
The rally served as a crucial opportunity to convince Bernie supporters to back Clinton. “I’m here for Sanders to convince me why I should jump on the Hillary bandwagon,” said junior Leland Raymond. “I value his opinions.” For some students, Clinton is the clear choice. “I believe she’s the best choice for the country,” said freshman Maura Pallitta. “I believe in her message and I’m excited to see a woman in office.” Other students aren’t as enthusiastic. “She’ll do the job,” said freshman Ehren Muehlenbrock. “Bernie would have been a better candidate.” To transform America, Sanders encouraged supporters to create progressive movements in the next five weeks leading up to the election and continue those movements
long after election day. “We have got to elect Russ, to elect Hillary, to do more [in order to] stand up to the Koch brothers
and the one percent,” said Sanders. “Our economy and political system belong to all of us, not just a handful of millionaires.”
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Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders rallied over 1,200 attendees in an event supporting Hillary Clinton Wednesday at Monona Terrace.
Soglin proposes raising city workers’ minimum wage to $15 By Chad Faust THE DAILY CARDINAL
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The UW System Board of Regents suggested ending the system-wide tuition freeze after the 2017-’18 school year, a proposal that will come before the board during its upcoming meeting.
Board of Regents propose ending tuition freeze after 2017-’18 year By Madeline Heim THE DAILY CARDINAL
In-state students at UW System schools would see a modest tuition increase during the 2018-’19 school year after the tuition freeze concludes, if a proposal by system officials is approved by the legislature in the upcoming biennial budget. The proposal, which will be presented to the Board of Regents at its Friday meeting, details a request for a one-year extension of the tuition freeze and then a slight increase tied to cost-of-living metrics for the following school year. Wisconsin students have had their tuition frozen since 2013, something that the proposal acknowledges has saved students money “in the immediate term.”
“The UW System continues to be one of the most affordable options for students relative to peers,” the proposal states. “Tuition is only one component of that affordability.” Coupled with the lowest amount of state support for the system in history when adjusted for inflation, officials argued the freeze has allowed for increased class sizes, fewer classes and additional potential harm to the student experience. The proposal also addresses options for affordability through improved financial aid measures, noting that the average amount for a major grant for Wisconsin students has decreased by nearly $400, reflecting an increase in the number of students needing finan-
cial aid. The regents suggested an increase in state funding for financial aid in June. Gov. Scott Walker has also requested the tuition freeze remain in place for the upcoming school year. A spokesperson from his office did not respond to a request for comment on the system’s proposal. At the Friday meeting, the regents will look to approve the proposal and make clear system leaders’ case for more affordable education for students, as well as garnering understanding for the small tuition increase after the freeze caps. “Ultimately, a high-quality education can only be delivered in a timely manner if tuition keeps pace with the cost of living,” the proposal says.
In an attempt to tackle issues such as recidivism, racial disparities and violence in Madison, Mayor Paul Soglin announced a $299.5 million operating budget proposal Tuesday. Highlights of the 2017 plan include a $15 minimum wage for all city employees, an overall pay increase for almost all employees and a $400,000 action plan focused on racial disparities. After years of debate between Soglin and the Common Council over a new Midtown police district and a Southeast side fire station, the new budget has put the
projects on hold in order to limit increases in city spending. What the plan does call for, however, is a new public market, which Soglin believes will create new jobs and cultivate economic development. “We can do all three. It’s simply a matter of time,” Soglin said at the announcement. The city’s finance committee will be considering adjustments to the proposed budget, which would raise spending by 3.5 percent, starting Oct. 24, and will make a final decision on Nov. 14. Soglin’s proposal offers $69.9 million for the Police
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Sigma Phi Epsilon terminated for violating student organization policies The UW-Madison chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity has been terminated due to violations of Student Organization Code of Conduct policies. The Committee on Student Organizations received a report July 23 stating that Madison police officers had responded to a party where underage individuals were consuming alcohol. The fraternity was on suspension at the time for illegal consumption of alcohol along with health and safety concerns.
The terms of suspension for student organizations require groups to abide by terms set by the committee. The Division of Student Life investigated the fraternity and found that they had violated the terms by hosting the event. The committee voted to terminate Sigma Phi Epsilon. The group can no longer hold events or practice rights and privileges that a registered student organization has. Sigma Phi Epsilon can appeal this decision before the committee.
“…the great state University of Wisconsin should ever encourage that continual and fearless sifting and winnowing by which alone the truth can be found.”